Mara River Lodge

Family-friendly lodge with 2 restaurants, near Mara River

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Where to?

Dates

October 2025

November 2025

2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine

Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Located near Mara River, Mara River Lodge offers a serene retreat with an art gallery and daily manager's reception. Unwind by the outdoor pool or explore international cuisine at one of the two on-site restaurants. The lodge also features a spa for rejuvenation, free WiFi in public areas, and plenty of space for kids to play in the garden playground.

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Popular amenities

Spa
Bar
24/7 front desk
Pool
Laundry facilities
Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

Daily housekeeping
2 restaurants and bar/lounge
Full-service spa
Outdoor pool and lazy river
Free area shuttle
Room service
Babysitting
Children's club
Conference center
Business center
Terrace
24-hour front desk

Feel at home (6)

Children stay free
Babysitting (surcharge)
Children's club (surcharge)
Playground on site
Private bathroom
Garden

$227 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 31 - Nov 1

Room options

Check availability for these dates

Tonight

Oct 10 - Oct 11

Tomorrow

Oct 11 - Oct 12

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

Showing 2 of 2 rooms

Standard Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, River View, Garden Area

Highlights

Balcony

Soundproofed

Premium bedding

Blackout drapes/curtains

Private bathroom

Free bottled water

Laundry detergent

Desk

8 sq m
River view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Standard Single Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, River View

Highlights

Balcony

Soundproofed

Premium bedding

Blackout drapes/curtains

Private bathroom

Free bottled water

Laundry detergent

Desk

River view
Sleeps 1
1 King Bed

Similar properties

Free breakfast
Free parking
Free WiFi
Restaurant

$153 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

About the neighborhood

Drive Lemek Conservancy, Maasai Mara, 100

What's nearby

Lemek Conservancy - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
Mara North Conservancy - 2 min walk - 0.2 km

Getting around

Maasai Mara (HKR-Mara North) - 8 min drive
Maasai Mara (OLG-Olare Airstrip) - 61 min drive
Maasai Mara (KTJ-Kichwa Tembo) - 67 min drive
Maasai Mara (ANA-Angama Mara) - 73 min drive
Maasai Mara (MDR-Musiara Airstrip) - 76 min drive
Maasai Mara (OLX-Olkiombo) - 87 min drive
Maasai Mara (MRE-Mara Serena) - 100 min drive
Maasai Mara (OSJ-Ol Seki Airstrip) - 130 min drive
Nairobi (WIL-Wilson) - 116.3 miles/187.1 km
Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO) - 123.9 miles/199.5 km
Free area shuttle

Restaurants

‪Fairmont Restaurant - ‬57 min drive
‪Hotel Fairmont Mara Safari Club - ‬57 min drive
‪Fairmont Mara Bar - ‬57 min drive

About this property

Mara River Lodge

Mara River Lodge is a great choice for a stay in Maasai Mara. Guests can visit the spa to be pampered with massages, facials, or body scrubs, and Main Restaurant, one of 2 restaurants, serves international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other highlights include an outdoor pool, a lazy river, and a bar/lounge.

At a glance

Hotel size

- 78 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

- Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: anytime
- Contactless check-in available
- Early check-in subject to availability
- Minimum check-in age: 18
- Check-out time is 10 AM
- Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

- Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
- Guests who wish to visit the main reserve for Game Drives will be required to pay a park entry fee of USD 80 per adult and USD 45 per child aged 3-11 at the gate.

Required at check-in

- Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
- Government-issued photo ID may be required
- Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

- One child (3 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
- Babysitting*
- Supervised childcare*
- Children's club*

Pets

- No pets or service animals allowed

Internet

- Free WiFi in public areas

Parking

- Free secured onsite self parking

Offsite

- Free area shuttle within 1.00 km

Other information

- Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

2 restaurants
Bar/lounge
Coffee/tea in a common area
Barbecue grills
Private dining
Private picnics
Free daily reception
Room service (limited hours)

Traveling with children

Children stay free (see details)
Children's club (surcharge)
Lazy river
Free local shuttle
Playground
Supervised childcare (surcharge)

What to do

Safari
Ecotours nearby
Safari nearby

Working away

Business center
Meeting room
Conference center

Services

24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Porter/bellhop
Pool loungers
Romance packages

Facilities

Built in 1988
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Library
An outdoor pool
Art gallery on site
Arcade/game room
Full-service spa
Lazy river
Banquet hall
Traditional architecture

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible
Well-lit path to entrance
Stair-free path to entrance
Pool access ramp on site

Room amenities

Home comfort

Laundry detergent

Sleep well

Blackout drapes/curtains
Soundproofed rooms
Turndown service
Premium bedding

What to enjoy

Balcony

Freshen up

Private bathroom
Shower only
Free toiletries
Towels

Stay connected

Desk

Food and drink

Chef
Free bottled water

Daily housekeeping

Special features

Spa

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the lodge's full-service spa. Services include facials, body scrubs, body treatments, and manicures and pedicures.

Dining

Main Restaurant - Overlooking the garden, this buffet restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Vegetarian Restaurant - Overlooking the garden, this buffet restaurant specializes in vegetarian cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Open daily.

Fees & policies

Children & extra beds

Supervised childcare is available for an extra charge
Babysitting is available for an extra charge
Children's club access is available for an extra charge

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.

Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.

This property does not have elevators.

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, window guards, and outdoor lighting on site.

This property accepts credit cards, mobile payments and cash.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, Carte Blanche

Mobile payment options include: M-Pesa.

Cashless transactions are available.

Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

Mara River Lodge Masai Mara

Mara River Lodge

Mara River Masai Mara

Mara River Lodge Kenya/Maasai Mara National Reserve

Mara River Lodge Lodge

Mara River Lodge Maasai Mara

Mara River Lodge Lodge Maasai Mara

Frequently asked questions

Does Mara River Lodge offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Mara River Lodge does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Mara River Lodge?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Mara River Lodge?

Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Mara River Lodge?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Mara River Lodge?

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 10 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Mara River Lodge and nearby?

Onsite recreation at Mara River Lodge includes a wildlife and game drive and a safari. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool. Mara River Lodge also has a lazy river, spa services, and an arcade, as well as a picnic area and a garden.